Role OverviewAs a Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1, you will install and inspect electronic equipment in vehicles, perform repairs and testing, and monitor frequency modulations and power output. You will work in a team environment, providing professional public safety services with respect and compassion. The Ohio Department of Public Safety is an internationally accredited agency that protects life and property, promotes traffic safety, and provides services 24/7.
What You Will Do
Your main responsibilities will include installing and inspecting electronic equipment, performing repairs and testing, and monitoring frequency modulations and power output. You will also work in confined spaces, such as under vehicle dashboards and in vehicle trunks, and be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Why It Might Be a Fit
To be successful in this role, you will need to have experience in installation, repair, and working of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics. You will also need to be able to work in a team environment, provide professional public safety services, and be able to verify that your technical program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion.
Requirements
- 18 months of experience in installation, repair, and working of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics
- completion of a 2-year technical program in electronics or radio communications
- completion of an associate core program in electronic engineering
- equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment
Benefits
- Multiple pay increases over the first years of service
- Free parking
- Medical coverage
- Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
- Education and development opportunities
- Public retirement systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS)
- Optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
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